MSF is committed to promoting equal opportunity and gender balance in the workplace. In line with the MSF OCA Women in Leadership & Development Initiative, MSF strongly encourages qualified women to apply for this position, particularly in teams where women are currently under‑represented.

All candidates will be assessed using the same selection criteria and standards. Where candidates are equally qualified, considerations to support improved gender balance may be applied, in line with organisational commitments.

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland in Nigeria Limited by Guarantee is an international, independent, non-profit medical humanitarian organisation. MSF provides assistance to people affected by armed conflict, natural or man-made disasters, and other situations of crisis, without discrimination based on race, religion, beliefs, or political affiliation.

MSF has been working in Nigeria since February 1996, in collaboration with national and local authorities, under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Government of Nigeria.

MAIL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Organise and supervise daily supply chain activities and associated teams at coordination and project level, in accordance with MSF protocols and standards, to ensure efficient, timely, and reliable supply chain operations supporting the mission’s activities.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supervise and organise the daily activities of the supply chain team, including Purchasers and Supply Supervisors, ensuring tasks are performed according to roles and responsibilities.
• Be responsible for order management, purchasing, stock control, and freight management at coordination and project level, ensuring efficiency and compliance with MSF supply procedures.
• Monitor and ensure proper implementation of supply administration procedures, proposing improvements where necessary.
• Manage and maintain the supply database and ensure accurate filing and archiving of supply documentation.
• Act as focal point for order management, keeping requestors informed of order status and prioritising procurement and transport based on operational needs.
• Collect and analyse claims from the field and propose corrective actions.
• Produce regular supply reports and inform the Logistics / Supply Manager of major issues to support decision‑
• Supervise and coordinate supply chain activities in coordination and projects, ensuring alignment with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct quarterly field visits to project locations to verify data accuracy, assess compliance with supply SOPs, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Serve as backup to other Supply Chain Officers during periods of leave and provide mutual support during peak workload periods.
• Act as focal point for international orders, overseeing the process from purchase order preparation through to completion.
• Follow up on UniField data cleaning and produce monthly stock reports and dashboards, sharing analysis with the Supply Chain Manager and Supply Coordinator.
• Monitor warehouse activities to ensure physical and administrative stock management procedures are correctly applied.
• Coordinate with Transport and Customs Supervisors to plan and organise local transport to project locations.
• Conduct annual supplier performance evaluations for critical local suppliers and share findings with the Mission Supply Chain Manager.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

1. Complete the online MS Form using the link or QR code provided below:

[MS Form link]

2. Send one email to [email protected], with “SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER” as the subject, attaching:
   • Your updated CV o Cover letter
   • Copies of educational documents relevant to the position

Please send all documents in one email, preferably as one PDF file. Do not send multiple emails or separate attachments.

NOTE:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Documents submitted will not be returned.
• No transportation or travel allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• No accommodation will be provided at the duty station upon recruitment.

MSF is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. Selection decisions are based on merit, experience, and organisational needs, in accordance with applicable laws and MSF values

MSF-OCA is committed to promoting and maintaining an environment where everyone associated with us —or who comes into contact with our activities—feels safe, respected, and valued. Our safeguarding approach prioritizes the wellbeing and dignity of the communities we assist, as well as that of our staff and partners.

MSF-OCA’s Code of Conduct sets out clear standards for responsible behaviour grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability. All employees are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct and avoid any behaviour that violates it. Particular care must be taken to prevent harm to those most at risk, including children, adolescents, patients, and people with disabilities.

MSF will use the personal data collected through applications solely for recruitment purposes. The data will be treated confidentially, accessed only by authorised MSF staff, and retained for a maximum period of 12 months, in line with MSF data protection standards.